The California Economic Journal Recognizes Siskiyou County

Siskiyou Economic Development was recognized in the California Economic Development Journal (2020), for providing excellent leadership on behalf of the local economy.

“Working with the region’s first ever Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) through its initial formation and its first renewal has been critical to the rural economy of Siskiyou. In 2015, private business stakeholders (lodging properties and the Mt. Shasta Ski Park) came together with support from the SEDC, to form a self-assessment district to generate long term sustainable funds to promote Siskiyou as a travel destination.

Since the formation of the district, Siskiyou has seen a $30 million increase in direct traveler spending, with half of that growth happening between 2017-2018 as well as Travel Occupancy Tax revenue increases across all jurisdictions. While many factors impact lodging occupancy, Siskiyou is picking up steam and lodging partners are seeing year-over-year increases, with Summer 2019 being one of the busiest yet. In addition, Siskiyou County has several key new lodging business owners, new lodging business openings, and increasing interest in Siskiyou County as a location for conferences.

Tourism is a critical part of the economy and lodging businesses know this more than anyone. It is their energy and desire to create a self-assessment district that brought the district to fruition.”